Should first date conversations include relationship status?

We know that many of you are dating — or thinking about dating again. So, we hope that you’ll offer some advice to this single mom who wrote to us. Thanks. This mom — who asked to remain anonymous — became single when she was pregnant and living abroad. We were honored to hear that [...]

Does my kid need therapy?

“I’m writing to ask for some advice about my six-year-old son. I think he might need to see a therapist,” began an email we recently received from a single mom. She went onto say that her son has always been melodramatic and assertive — but she’s concerned  his behavior is getting out of control.  He’s [...]

Are you just the transition relationship?

“I just started dating a great guy, but I’m worried,” began an email from a single mom we know. “You see, I’m the first woman he has dated since his marriage.” “He’s fantastic,” she went on, “but I know for a fact the first one after the relationship doesn’t have much of a chance. Right?” [...]

Are you dating a “separated” guy?

We’ve written before about dating someone who’s not yet divorced. Both of us know the perils of falling for a guy who is still attached to his ex. Have you ever been on a great date with someone and heard that dreaded phrase? “I’m separated.” We understand this let down. We also know this can [...]